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• Podcasts

  • The Ukulele Podcast We’re a talk show devoted to the Happiest Instrument on Earth: the ukulele! Come join us for insightful conversations about the ukulele, lots of laughter, and much more! Click play_circle_filled to listen to an episodecancelthumb_up+1play_circle_filled

    Ep. 105: The PMS Song - OokTown - The Ukulele Podcast

    Guests: Cali Rose Hosts: Stuart Yoshida, Doug Brown Coming to you straight outta Culver City just outside the City of Angeles, Cali Rose - yes, that’s her real name - comes to talk to us about the beginnings of the CC strummers, affirms the power of the ukulele in music therapy, and takes us through her journey from studying nursing to full-time musician. So buckle up all you pandemic pluckers and players, as we come back to you after our winter break to give you a big dose of original songs and conversation. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ooktown Make a donation: https://donorbox.org/info-ooktown-com-ooktown-podcast-donations Subscribe on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ooktown-the-ukulele-podcast/id436722774 OokTown YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWKuVjsJKQUHYXaXXfmGtA shoutouts: - Michael Kohan and the CC Strummers - and special recognition to Eric's Guitar in Van Nuys, CA, for converting Michael's small electric guitar into a bass - and he can do the same for you! Links: - See the CC Strummers on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCCStrummers - Eric’s Guitar Shop: https://www.ericsguitarshop.com/ - Pandemic Pluckers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pandemicpluckers/ - Portland Ukulele Anarchy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pdxukulelewednesdays/ - Calrose Rice: https://www.allrecipes.com/article/what-is-calrose-rice/3 - The Mercury Space Program: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_Mercury - A little something about Sputnik: https://history.nasa.gov/sputnik.html - Bernadette Teaches Music: http://www.bernadetteteachesmusic.com/ - Cali’s Spotifiy: https://open.spotify.com/track/6RNQXVyKfL5Nt9BQKaMyX6 - To make a reservation at Sir Windston’s: https://queenmary.com/dining/casual-fine-dining/ - Leroy Van Dyke Auctioneer Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPqzfiesoJY&ab_channel=FM1156 - John Michael Montgomery - Sold (The Grundy County Auction Incident): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_VbwZsYPwY&ab_channel=WarnerMusicNashville - Ukulele Kids Club: https://theukc.org - Flamethrower Ukulele: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzfyoSgFGNc&ab_channel=Make%3A - McCabes: https://www.mccabes.com/?v=7516fd43adaa

    1. Ep. 105: The PMS Song 01:31:23
    2. Ep. 104: The Marlowe Pandemic Ukulele 01:34:12
  • UKE BOX The All Ukulele Radio Show UKE BOX is the all-ukulele radio show and music podcast. Each week, there's a new all-ukulele playlist on a theme or a spotlight on a ukulele artist. UKE BOX is all ukulele all the time; Wednesdays at 5pm on Trent Radio 92.7FM in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada with host Lester Alfonso (and co-host Georgia May.). Click play_circle_filled to listen to an episodecancelplay_circle_filled

    While My Ukulele Gently Weeps - UKE BOX

    UKE BOX 2 — While My Ukulele Gently Weeps (original broadcast date: September 26, 2012) The Beatles on ukulele featuring Jake Shimabukuro, Paul McCartney, paxukulele, George Harrison, Greg Hawkes with many more and including live performances! PLAYLIST While My Guitar Gently Weeps by Jake Shimabukuro Girl by Jillianfosho Eleanor Rigby by greghawkesmusic Lucy in the...Read More

    1. While My Ukulele Gently Weeps 59:52
    2. Champions of the Ukulele 54:52
  • Abe's Ukulele Podcast This is a podcast for players and teachers of the ukulele to improve their skills at doing those things. I cover all sorts of things that I think are interesting and helpful on my journey to become a better uke teacher/player. Sometimes I'll be interviewing great teachers and players, other times I'll just be sharing insights and tips that can help you become a better musician. Click play_circle_filled to listen to an episodecancelplay_circle_filled

    E46 Roy and Kathy Sakuma - Abe's Ukulele Podcast

    Roy and Kathy Sakuma Note: This episode was recorded before the main event of Ukulele Festival Hawaii held on July 18th, 2021. Hey there again everyone! I had the incredible honor to hang out virtually with Roy and Kathy Sakuma before the Ukulele Festival Hawaii and talk about the festival and everything that goes into it. Festival website https://www.ukulelefesthawaii.org Ukulele Festival Hawaii on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/RoySakumaProductions Craig and Sarah’s website http://craigandsarah.com Intro and outro music is by Blue Dot Sessions You can support the podcast through the tip jar. Or by Buying Me A Coffee Find out more at http://ukepodcast.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/abes-ukulele-podcast/2e797442-e779-461d-90aa-0a5331a0f952

    1. E46 Roy and Kathy Sakuma 36:27
    2. E47 Karlie G 27:25
  • The Ukulele Review Podcast Podcast by Andrew Kitakis. Click play_circle_filled to listen to an episodecancelplay_circle_filled

    20.3 New Ukes - The Ukulele Review Podcast

    20.3 New Ukes by Andrew Kitakis

    1. 20.3 New Ukes 58:44
    2. 20.2 Hapa Ukulele 33:48

• Articles

  • MasterClass Ukulele Hand Positioning: How to Properly Hold a Ukulele One of the most appealing things about a ukulele is its compact size, which makes it easy to hold. While there are multiple ukulele sizes available —soprano ukulele, tenor ukulele, baritone ukulele, and even bass ukulele—most first time players start off with a concert ukulele. Before you can launch into playing your ukulele, it's important to learn how to hold it. cancel
  • MasterClass Ukulele Basics: 4 Essential Ukulele Chord Progressions Building up your skills as a ukulele player involves mastering chord progressions. Whether your goal is to strum ukulele classics or write your own songs, you'll benefit from familiarity with chord progressions in common keys. cancel
  • MasterClass Ukulele Anatomy Guide: 10 Parts of a Standard Ukulele A ukulele may be small, but it produces an iconic sound. It is also a surprisingly versatile instrument, allowing for everything from tranquil strummed chords to lightning-fast single-note patterns that sound more like a mandolin or acoustic guitar. The key to a ukulele's sound and versatility is its construction. cancel
  • MasterClass 5 Ukulele Exercises: How to Warm Up for Ukulele Practice From finger stretches to warm-up scales to fingerpicking patterns, ukulele exercises make your practice sessions efficient and valuable. cancel
  • MasterClass Guide to Ukulele Sizes: 10 Types of Ukuleles Ukuleles are Hawaiian stringed instruments that look like small acoustic guitars. There are multiple types of ukuleles with distinct sounds and qualities. cancel
  • Ukulele Tricks How to Play Ukulele: The Ultimate Guide to Learn to Play Ukulele Today Everything you need in one place to learn to play ukulele today online with seven step-by-step, easy-to-follow video lessons. Learn how to tune, how to play your first chord, how to strum and how to play your first easy one-chord ukulele song on ukulele. cancel

• Essentials

  • Amazon Best Sellers Best Ukuleles Discover the best Ukuleles in Best Sellers. Find the top 100 most popular items in Amazon Musical Instruments Best Sellers. cancel
  • Yousician Your Music Teacher Yousician is your personal music tutor for the digital age, covering Guitar, Singing, Ukulele and Bass! Learn and play thousands of songs on your real instrument with clear, instant feedback as the app listens along. cancel
    

• Courses

  • MasterClass Jake Shimabukuro Teaches ʻUkulele Jake Shimabukuro, the “Jimi Hendrix of ʻukulele,” teaches you how to rock the ʻuke. Follow along with his step-by-step instructions for getting to know your fretboard, playing simple chords, techniques for exploring the dynamism of ʻukulele, and how to write your own songs. cancel
  • Artistworks Ukulele Lessons Online Watch hundreds of the best ukulele lessons online, guaranteed by ArtistWorks. Submit videos for real feedback on your playing by Craig Chee and Sarah Maisel! cancel
  • Ukulele Tricks Ukulele Lessons For Beginners Ukulele Tricks teaches you how to play ukulele with easy-to-follow video lessons. Learn how even if you've never played an instrument before in your life. cancel
  • Ukulele Tricks Free Ukulele Lessons For Beginners Yes, you can play ukulele! We show you how to get started on the right note with the best free online ukulele lessons for beginners and beyond. cancel
  • Ukulele Underground Courses Learn Ukulele online with Aldrine Guerrero - Ukulele Lessons - Tips - Reviews cancel
  • The Ukulele Way The Art of Solo Ukulele The Ukulele Way is more than a method. It's a boost for your mind and body and a place to connect with people who share your passion for learning the art of solo ukulele. cancel

• Blogs

  • Ukulele Tricks Ukulele Blog Covering Lessons, Songs & Videos The Ukulele Tricks blog features regular lessons, songs, tips, tricks, techniques and videos to help you become a better ukulele player. cancel

• Near You

  • Meetup Ukulele groups Meet with other local Ukulele players to exchange tune suggestions and have quirky jam sessions! cancel